Naxos to Syros Ferry
🚢 Naxos → Syros — this week
22 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 3/day (4 on weekends)
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 3 ferries — first at 09:55
Naxos to Syros Ferry
Naxos to Syros -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 18 October 2026.
- Frequency: 1 to 4 ferries per day depending on the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes.
- Operators: SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €8 – €60 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Naxos to Syros ferry connects two of the Cyclades’ most distinctive islands — the fertile, mountainous bulk of Naxos and the elegant, surprisingly cosmopolitan capital island of Syros. It’s a crossing that rewards you with open Aegean views and delivers you into one of Greece’s most architecturally striking port towns. Ferries run from March to November, making it accessible across the full tourist season.
Frequency builds considerably as summer approaches. In peak months you can choose from around three or four departures daily, giving you real flexibility. Shoulder months are quieter — expect roughly two sailings a day in May and around one a day at either end of the season in March and November.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Naxos to Syros:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Yes | 1.0 |
| April | Yes | 1.4 (1–3) |
| May | Yes | 2.2 (2–4) |
| June | Yes | 3.1 (3–4) |
| July | Yes | 3.1 (3–4) |
| August | Yes | 3.2 (3–4) |
| September | Yes | 3.1 (3–4) |
| October | Yes | 2.3 (2–3) |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Naxos to Syros — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 6 Aug | 3 | 09:55, 11:10, 15:00 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 3 | 09:55, 11:10, 15:00 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 4 | 09:55, 11:10, 14:15, 14:30 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 3 | 09:55, 11:10, 14:30 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 3 | 09:55, 11:10, 15:00 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 3 | 09:55, 11:10, 15:00 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 3 | 09:55, 11:10, 15:00 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 3 | 09:55, 11:10, 15:00 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 3 | 09:55, 11:10, 15:00 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 4 | 09:55, 11:10, 14:15, 14:30 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 3 | 09:55, 11:10, 14:30 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 3 | 09:55, 11:10, 15:00 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 3 | 09:55, 11:10, 15:00 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 3 | 09:55, 11:10, 15:00 |
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Tips for the Naxos–Syros Ferry
- Expect a short walk into town – Naxos port sits right at the edge of Chora, with shops, cafés and the Portara landmark only a few minutes away, so you will not need a taxi if your accommodation is central.
- Arrive at least 45 minutes before departure and confirm your departure gate on the day, since Naxos is one of the busiest Cycladic ports, with several operators and vessels often docked at once.
- If you are catching the Express Skopelitis local ferry to the Small Cyclades, it usually berths away from the main quay used by Blue Star and the high-speed ferries, so check where it is tied up when you arrive.
- Evening arrivals into a lit island harbour are particularly beautiful; consider timing a crossing to arrive at dusk if the schedule allows.
- Once you arrive in Syros, the elegant capital Ermoupoli – with its grand neoclassical town hall, marble-paved Miaouli Square, and the Apollo Theatre – reflects the island's prosperous 19th-century history as the commercial centre of the Aegean. The hilltop medieval settlement of Ano Syros, built by the Venetians around 1200 CE, offers a contrasting older layer of island history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Naxos to Syros?
1 to 4 ferries per day depending on the season. Timetables are currently published through 18 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Naxos to Syros today?
Yes – 3 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Naxos to Syros this week?
Around 22 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 3 per day, 4 on weekends).
What time is the first ferry from Naxos to Syros?
The first departure is usually 09:55.
How long is the ferry from Naxos to Syros?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, while the slowest takes around 3 hours 10 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Naxos to Syros ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €8 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €60 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Naxos–Syros route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways.
Can you rent a car in Syros?
Yes, and rental desks cluster right in Ermoupoli, a short walk from where the ferry docks. Syros Town itself is easily walkable, but a car earns its keep for reaching Kini, Galissas and Poseidonia beaches, each 8-10km away on the other side of the island. Compare prices across local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Is it worth hiring a car on Naxos?
Yes, it is worth it. Naxos is the largest Cycladic island, and its best beaches and mountain villages, Apollonas, Halki, the Tragaea, are 30 to 45 minutes' drive from Naxos Town. Rental desks sit right at the ferry quay, a one-minute walk from the bus terminal. Buses cover the main coast road, but a car gets you into the interior. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.